Ex-Spartan QB Noah Kim Leads EMU Against Michigan State

Michigan State is set to host Eastern Michigan, facing a team that includes four former Spartans, three of whom are projected starters. Quarterback Noah Kim, formerly of MSU, will lead the Eagles' offense back to Spartan Stadium. This matchup presents a new challenge for the Spartans, whose offense has struggled to convert field goals into touchdowns, partly due to opposing defenses keeping safeties high.

Eastern Michigan's defense is expected to offer different looks, potentially opening opportunities for Michigan State's passing game to attack downfield. Head coach Pat Fitzgerald has stressed the importance of heightened practice intensity, challenging players to earn playing time and avoid mistakes. The special teams unit, in particular, has been called out for a lack of physicality and execution errors.

Ranked 70th nationally, Michigan State is considered a strong favorite against Eastern Michigan, which sits at 124th in the rankings. This game is anticipated to be an easier contest for the Spartans, with expectations of more risk-taking and successful long plays compared to their previous outing.